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Don Kershane said:
I visited my mother at a nursing home in Noosa last weekend. There was a chap (only 69) in the dementia ward with a Tigers hat on wandering around and a Tiger bedspread in his room.

I have sent one my unused scarfs and a few unused caps up to him via my sister. There must a few other club members getting a build up of surplus unused paraphernalia. I hate to see stuff lying around- Might I suggest sending to your local nursing home . Scarves etc may be appreciated.
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Don, You have my admiration for your kind thoughts and generosity, but do you really think it’s a good idea to promote West’s Tigers to people who are already trying hard to cope with life’s demands?
Wait till we start winning mate.
 
twentyforty said:
Don, You have my admiration for your kind thoughts and generosity, but do you really think it’s a good idea to promote West’s Tigers to people who are already trying hard to cope with life’s demands?
Wait till we start winning mate.
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Understand the connection between Wests Tigers and suffering. There was an article on the ABC website yesterday where a woman with middle stages dementia said little things like changing the colour of plates and clothes can trigger a positive response in patients.
 
Don Kershane said:
Understand the connection between Wests Tigers and suffering. There was an article on the ABC website yesterday where a woman with middle stages dementia said little things like changing the colour of plates and clothes can trigger a positive response in patients.
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Photos.. particularly those of family or familiar places etc, are a useful tool as well.
 
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Professional help brother. See what medications and CBT can be of help. Not all GPS are the same So if you have a good relationship with one he/she can recommend a good Psychiatrist (but they cost a Penny)

Ask your GP about ATAPs I was on it for years. I think it’s changed now to PSS as mental health services can be expensive man.

Medications has certainly helped me but I am not you and I don’t know a lot about your condition but all the best man certainly a battle 😊
 
Firstly I commend you for being brave enough to talk about but in saying that, it shouldn’t take bravery to talk about it.
For far too long mental illness has been a subject that people hide or don’t talk about, and this needs to change and hopefully it is changing.
Just by looking at the comments in this thread, you can see how many people have experienced mental illness themselves or through their close circle.
Mental illness is not something to ever be ashamed of, far more people than we realise suffer from it than we know, many people are still afraid to mention it because of thoughtless comments like not needing to discuss it on this forum.
You are not alone, you are not damaged, you have done nothing wrong, you are deserving of love, compassion and happiness.
I wish you well and hope that modern medicine, professional help and lots of love & support will help you achieve a long and happy life because you and everyone else deserves it.
 
krissy said:
Firstly I commend you for being brave enough to talk about but in saying that, it shouldn’t take bravery to talk about it.
For far too long mental illness has been a subject that people hide or don’t talk about, and this needs to change and hopefully it is changing.
Just by looking at the comments in this thread, you can see how many people have experienced mental illness themselves or through their close circle.
Mental illness is not something to ever be ashamed of, far more people than we realise suffer from it than we know, many people are still afraid to mention it because of thoughtless comments like not needing to discuss it on this forum.
You are not alone, you are not damaged, you have done nothing wrong, you are deserving of love, compassion and happiness.
I wish you well and hope that modern medicine, professional help and lots of love & support will help you achieve a long and happy life because you and everyone else deserves it.
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I'm glad I created this thread there is a stigma with schizophrenia but judging by the comments clearly not everyone thinks you're insane and psychotic. Most people probably only have an understanding of schizophrenia from movies and whatnot.

I am very fortunate to have a really strong support network without it I don't know where I would be. I would also like to make friends with other schizophrenics because they understand the struggle. There is this girl I always see when I go for my monthly injection. I am thinking about approaching her to see if she wants to go for a coffee but I don't want to come across as some creepy dude.
 
I have learnt so much about people since this cursed pandemic as well as myself...
Its fantastic to see other humans helping others through dire times and a simple conversation and some compassion goes a long way in helping some one become more grounded and less anxious during depressing times..
I have also seen people belittle others for not having the same point of view as their own,an eg of this was at the supermarket a couple of months ago,an individual was publicly scorned for not being vaxxed,they were related,cousins I think...the point being,if he wasnt vaxxed so be it,what good is scorning him in public and what effect other than pure embarassment could that have on the individual...does he go home and keep thinking,if I dont get the vax will I no longer be accepted within the family as a whole,am I a bad person for chosing my own health...
situations go both way...I have learnt that compassion and thoughtfulness as well as love and a sensible approach to people of varying opinions goes along way...
I have been involved in many arguments on this forum as far as opinions go,whether Im wrong or right the discussions have many different outcomes...BUT they are discussions..
When personal attacks lead to despise or dislike,then we need to stop and think about the people that are being attacked...to be honest for eg I know many on here personally and I consider them friends,we dont always agree on things,move on and have a great day...
The really bad thing is when some one such as the supermarket incident happens,then we dont know what that scorning can lead to...people have been mentally shattered because of loss of jobs,divorce,suicides and depression in general..
In times such as these we should become more understanding,sympathetic and comforting other than critical...none of us know what really can set someone off onto a course of mental destruction,it maybe a simple word, gesture or action..
I will leave you with these words..."We are all Gods children"with varying thoughts,likes,dislikes and personalities,if we were all exactly the same,how boring that would be...
 
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I'm glad I created this thread there is a stigma with schizophrenia but judging by the comments clearly not everyone thinks you're insane and psychotic. Most people probably only have an understanding of schizophrenia from movies and whatnot.

I am very fortunate to have a really strong support network without it I don't know where I would be. I would also like to make friends with other schizophrenics because they understand the struggle. There is this girl I always see when I go for my monthly injection. I am thinking about approaching her to see if she wants to go for a coffee but I don't want to come across as some creepy dude.
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Mate your not a creepy guy,your just a little shy,thats a natural thing...be like uncle TT..walk up to her and say,my day has just had the most beaming light shone on it since you are here...would you like to have a coffee with me ??
Be bold and at the same time remain quite the gentleman,get in the moment,never fear rejection,its a learning curve...I can tell you that from my many rejected experiences haha,but I didnt give up..best of luck mate ..lots of prayer and love your way....
 
Don't know if this is the right thread, but I don't want to drag the Warnie thread off track.

If people don't like someone, why not just ignore them occasionally? Or all the time? I get why people end up with issues created or exacerbated by social media. I think by walking away from some of the things you want to say you make a real strong contribution in 2 ways.
1- you make this corner of the internet less of a cesspool
2- you stop worrying about the opinion of someone who is polar opposite to you.

Love the contribution of most of the posters and I think by and large the forum is great at the moment. Just don't think we need pile ons, especially if a person isn't in the best headspace
 
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Don't know if this is the right thread, but I don't want to drag the Warnie thread off track.

If people don't like someone, why not just ignore them occasionally? Or all the time? I get why people end up with issues created or exacerbated by social media. I think by walking away from some of the things you want to say you make a real strong contribution in 2 ways.
1- you make this corner of the internet less of a cesspool
2- you stop worrying about the opinion of someone who is polar opposite to you.

Love the contribution of most of the posters and I think by and large the forum is great at the moment. Just don't think we need pile ons, especially if a person isn't in the best headspace
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Voltaire made one of the most famous quotes in regards to freedom of speech and it applies even more now than it did then with the mass communication we have now
 
old_man_tiger said:
Don't know if this is the right thread, but I don't want to drag the Warnie thread off track.

If people don't like someone, why not just ignore them occasionally? Or all the time? I get why people end up with issues created or exacerbated by social media. I think by walking away from some of the things you want to say you make a real strong contribution in 2 ways.
1- you make this corner of the internet less of a cesspool
2- you stop worrying about the opinion of someone who is polar opposite to you.

Love the contribution of most of the posters and I think by and large the forum is great at the moment. Just don't think we need pile ons, especially if a person isn't in the best headspace
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Well said OMT and no surprise coming from you.

As this thread hasn't been in WHAT'S NEW or LATEST POSTS sections when I have been on the forum in the past couple of days, I actually came hear to not fill up other threads and welcome @GNR4LIFE back after his break. On that, I trust that he (you when reading) is indeed in a better headspace now.

Further to your point of not joining in and especially so when aware of one's situation and to go with your earlier Warne mention, I will add the analogy from @Kaito elsewhere recently of "letting it go through to the keeper" instead of rebutting or even rebuffing others.

Sometimes I write up a thoughtful post, even something that I am passionate about, but delete before posting. Other times I will remove it not long after posting because I don’t want to upset or unnecessarily argue with others.

To shorten my quote above and echoing OMT's sentiment, please, just 'let it go'.
 
formerguest said:
Well said OMT and no surprise coming from you.

As this thread hasn't been in WHAT'S NEW or LATEST POSTS sections when I have been on the forum in the past couple of days, I actually came hear to not fill up other threads and welcome @GNR4LIFE back after his break. On that, I trust that he (you when reading) is indeed in a better headspace now.

Further to your point of not joining in and especially so when aware of one's situation and to go with your earlier Warne mention, I will add the analogy from @Kaito elsewhere recently of "letting it go through to the keeper" instead of rebutting or even rebuffing others.

Sometimes I write up a thoughtful post, even something that I am passionate about, but delete before posting. Other times I will remove it not long after posting because I don’t want to upset or unnecessarily argue with others.

To shorten my quote above and echoing OMT's sentiment, please, just 'let it go'.
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I’m alright mate. Thanks for the shout out. I’m actually disappointed in myself that I allowed myself to get sucked into that rubbish yesterday.
 
Any ideas on how to convince.or force someone to see a mental health professional?
Bringing up the issue and ensuing issues with the person in question only results in aggressive arguing and dismissiveness
Someone close is not coping well, and it's taking its toll on the rest of us
 
innsaneink said:
Any ideas on how to convince.or force someone to see a mental health professional?
Bringing up the issue and ensuing issues with the person in question only results in aggressive arguing and dismissiveness
Someone close is not coping well, and it's taking its toll on the rest of us
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Maybe provide them with examples of things they have done that warrant it, and explain to them how it’s affected people close to them.
 
innsaneink said:
Any ideas on how to convince.or force someone to see a mental health professional?
Bringing up the issue and ensuing issues with the person in question only results in aggressive arguing and dismissiveness
Someone close is not coping well, and it's taking its toll on the rest of us
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Some people refuse to admit there's a problem.

They'll likely see it as a personal attack...

Legally, you cannot force anyone to do anything. If the situation gets really bad - certain services can be involved to "schedule" the person.

Maybe encourage it as politely as you can or suggest doing it together... it's a touchy situation.
 
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I’m alright mate. Thanks for the shout out. I’m actually disappointed in myself that I allowed myself to get sucked into that rubbish yesterday.
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Good, on both, well not that you're disappointed, rather, aware of such. I don't though know anything about that "rubbish" and now assume that you are alluding to the Warne thread, but I only caught the opening posts and wrote my single entry of that thread earlier this afternoon.

So with no knowledge of it, I wasn't referring to anything in particular, moreso just adding to the post of OMT above, which I took to be a more general take on things and his thoughts on improving the forum as a whole.

I did however take his "pile on" remarks being unhealthy as primarily relating to you and certainly agree on that count as well.
 
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